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Tours & Tour Guides in Bahla (Ad Dakhiliyah), Oman
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Curated with Muscat ShapersThe Muscat hub of the Global Shapers Community, a World Economic Forum youth initiative. They helped gather Oman's regions, attractions and trails.Bahla is a city in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman.
Overview
Bahla is a town in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman, wrapped by a vast date-palm oasis and ancient mud-brick walls. Its centrepiece is Bahla Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the town is famous across Oman for its traditional pottery.
Best for
- Bahla Fort (UNESCO World Heritage) - Traditional pottery workshops - The old walled oasis town - Jabreen Castle nearby - Aflaj irrigation channels
Best time to visit
October to April (cool and clear for forts and the oasis)
Getting there
About 2.5 hours by car from Muscat, and around 40 minutes from Nizwa.
Local tips
Combine Bahla Fort with nearby Jabreen Castle in one trip. Look for a working pottery workshop to see the craft firsthand.
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Frequently asked questions
October to April (cool and clear for forts and the oasis)